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Feb. 14, 2026

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Dwayne Dufrene Obituary

Dwayne Anthony Dufrene, 57, a native of Raceland, Louisiana and resident of Dickson, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2026.

Mr. Dufrene is survived by his wife, Mary R. Dufrene; step-son, Glenn P. Autry II; step-daughter, Eden M. Autry; father, Fred A. Dufrene Sr.; brothers, Dale A Dufrene and Michael A. Dufrene; grandchildren, Christopher A. Autry, Emma A. Young, Emalie M. Young, Jerry Young IV and Evangeline M. Autry; numerous nieces and nephews; sisters-in-law, Melisa R. Besson (Edward Besson Jr.) and Mona Robichaux; and brother-in-law, Roland Blanchard (Jamie P. Blanchard Jr.).

He was preceded in death by his mother, Judith H. Dufrene; mother-in-law, Narion M. Brunet; father-in-law, Michael C. Robichaux; brothers, Fred A. Dufrene Jr. and Martin A. Dufrene; brothers-in-law, Manuel "Manny" Robichaux and Myron P. Robichaux; and nephew, Derick Dufrene.

A memorial visitation will be held on Saturday, February 14, 2026 at Samart Funeral Home from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM.

The family would like to thank Vanderbilt Medical Center and Staff.

Online condolences can be given at www.samartfuneralhome.com

Samart Funeral Home of Houma, 4511 West Park Ave, Gray has been entrusted with handling his arrangements.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Obituary published on Legacy.com by KADN on Feb. 6, 2026.

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4511 West Park Avenue, Gray, LA 70359

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